Cyber Hobby 5117 F6F-3 Hellcat w/Flight Deck (1/72)

The Cyber Hobby 5117 F6F-3 Hellcat w/Flight Deck 1/72 scale plastic model kit is a unique offering for military aviation enthusiasts of World War II and scale model collectors. The F6F-3 Hellcat was an American carrier-based fighter, the primary aircraft of the US Navy in the latter half of World War II. The kit also includes parts that imitate an aircraft carrier flight deck, providing an even more impressive display for the finished model.

Historical Information

The Grumman F6F-3 Hellcat entered service with the United States Navy in 1943. This legendary fighter saw extensive action in the Pacific theater, effectively outperforming Japanese Zero aircraft. It took part in battles such as the Battle of the Philippine Sea, the Battle of Iwo Jima, and the fight for Okinawa. In total, over 12,200 units of various Hellcat versions were produced, and by the end of World War II, it had claimed more aerial victories than any other US Navy aircraft. After the war, the Hellcat was also used by the French Navy and the Royal Navy.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of origin and service: United States, Royal Navy, French Navy
• Service period: World War II, early postwar years
• Material: high-quality plastic
• The set includes the F6F-3 aircraft model and a base – a section of aircraft carrier deck for display purposes
• Does not include glue or paints – these are required for assembly and finishing
• Category: plastic model kit

Why choose Cyber Hobby 5117 F6F-3 Hellcat?

This model superbly captures the proportions of the original and details of the armament and undercarriage typical for the F6F-3 variant. An additional advantage is the carrier deck base, allowing for a realistic display and the creation of impressive dioramas. The high quality of injection-molded parts ensures a very good fit, making this kit recommended both for intermediate modelers and more experienced hobbyists seeking to build a realistic replica of this legendary aircraft. Difficulty level: 3/5 – an ideal set to further develop your modeling skills!